Failure = Opportunity
⏩ What is your biggest failure?
Mine? Failing a Clinical Practice exam twice and being told I wasn't going to graduate with an MPharm
All I heard was: "You are not good enough"
But what it really meant was: "It is not your cup of tea, try something else"
Today, I treat this failure as one of my greatest successes.
📱 More on this topic in our latest #IGTV episode here
💭 Let us know in the comments what you think about the current topic and what you would like us to focus on next!
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⏩ What is your biggest failure?
Mine? Failing a Clinical Practice exam twice and being told I wasn't going to graduate with an MPharm
All I heard was: "You are not good enough"
But what it really meant was: "It is not your cup of tea, try something else"
Today, I treat this failure as one of my greatest successes.
📱 More on this topic in our latest #IGTV episode here
💭 Let us know in the comments what you think about the current topic and what you would like us to focus on next!
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Soft skills are more important than you might think
For some reason, the schooling system doesn’t focus on developing your soft skills even though they are a clear indicator of your success.
You have to take a proactive approach and start developing them today!
📱 More on this topic in our latest #IGTV episode here
💭 Let us know in the comments what you think about the current topic and what you would like us to focus on next!
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For some reason, the schooling system doesn’t focus on developing your soft skills even though they are a clear indicator of your success.
You have to take a proactive approach and start developing them today!
📱 More on this topic in our latest #IGTV episode here
💭 Let us know in the comments what you think about the current topic and what you would like us to focus on next!
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Learn something new from each interview
⏩ Some interview will be successful, some not. Either way, you should treat them as learning opportunities.
Here are the things you should be doing during the interview process:
1️⃣ Ask questions and try to learn something new
2️⃣ Ask for clarifications in assessments centres
3️⃣ Ask for feedback post-interview
💡 Interviewing is a skill that you can develop - You get better at it.
📱 More on this topic in our latest #IGTV episode here
💭 Let us know in the comments what you think about the current topic and what you would like us to focus on next!
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⏩ Some interview will be successful, some not. Either way, you should treat them as learning opportunities.
Here are the things you should be doing during the interview process:
1️⃣ Ask questions and try to learn something new
2️⃣ Ask for clarifications in assessments centres
3️⃣ Ask for feedback post-interview
💡 Interviewing is a skill that you can develop - You get better at it.
📱 More on this topic in our latest #IGTV episode here
💭 Let us know in the comments what you think about the current topic and what you would like us to focus on next!
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Are you one of the many people looking for a job during the Covid-19 pandemic?
⏩ We have teamed up with Jackie Das to bring you the Job Seeking During a Pandemic: Workshop Series.
We will cover 4 topics in 90 minute online interactive sessions every other Sunday for the next 8 weeks. These workshops are free:
1️⃣ Showcase your resumé!
2️⃣ Power up your LinkedIn!
3️⃣ Network, network, network!
4️⃣ Sharpen your (remote) interview skills
More details and register here!
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⏩ We have teamed up with Jackie Das to bring you the Job Seeking During a Pandemic: Workshop Series.
We will cover 4 topics in 90 minute online interactive sessions every other Sunday for the next 8 weeks. These workshops are free:
1️⃣ Showcase your resumé!
2️⃣ Power up your LinkedIn!
3️⃣ Network, network, network!
4️⃣ Sharpen your (remote) interview skills
More details and register here!
#CareerAdvice #Event
What is your Mindset?
⏩ There's going to be a lot of events in your life that you won't be able to control.
One thing you can control though is how you react to them.
📱 More on this topic in our latest #IGTV episode here
💭 Let us know in the comments what you think about the current topic and what you would like us to focus on next!
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⏩ There's going to be a lot of events in your life that you won't be able to control.
One thing you can control though is how you react to them.
📱 More on this topic in our latest #IGTV episode here
💭 Let us know in the comments what you think about the current topic and what you would like us to focus on next!
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Rebecca shares what she loves about #Pharmacovigilance
Have you heard the full episode yet?
🎧 Listen to our full conversation on the #PharmadelicExperience podcast on your favourite platform.
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Have you heard the full episode yet?
🎧 Listen to our full conversation on the #PharmadelicExperience podcast on your favourite platform.
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The 5 Types of Mentors you Need
⏩ Mentoring is a 2-way street and you should focus on building genuine relationships rather than running around, asking for advice.
Here are the 5 types of mentors you need:
🔸 The Master of Craft
🔸 The Champion of your Cause
🔸 The Co-pilot
🔸 The Anchor
🔸 The Reverse Mentor
📱 More on this topic in our latest #IGTV episode here
💭 Let us know in the comments what you think about the current topic and what you would like us to focus on next!
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⏩ Mentoring is a 2-way street and you should focus on building genuine relationships rather than running around, asking for advice.
Here are the 5 types of mentors you need:
🔸 The Master of Craft
🔸 The Champion of your Cause
🔸 The Co-pilot
🔸 The Anchor
🔸 The Reverse Mentor
📱 More on this topic in our latest #IGTV episode here
💭 Let us know in the comments what you think about the current topic and what you would like us to focus on next!
#CareerAdvice
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📚 Book Giveaway!
Our #PharmadelicExperience guest Rebecca Godfrey has kindly donated us her recently released book, The Leadership Vaccine
The Leadership Vaccine is a brilliant story of a Scientist who had to learn the 5 Pillars of effective leadership while building his own business:
1️⃣ Culture
2️⃣ Scope
3️⃣ Structure
4️⃣ Staff Development
5️⃣ Process Excellence
Participate in a free giveaway on LinkedIn, Instagram or both!
Entering both will significantly increase your chances winning the book!
📆 Deadline: 30 July at 20:00 (CEST) - We will draw and announce the winners shortly after
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Our #PharmadelicExperience guest Rebecca Godfrey has kindly donated us her recently released book, The Leadership Vaccine
The Leadership Vaccine is a brilliant story of a Scientist who had to learn the 5 Pillars of effective leadership while building his own business:
1️⃣ Culture
2️⃣ Scope
3️⃣ Structure
4️⃣ Staff Development
5️⃣ Process Excellence
Participate in a free giveaway on LinkedIn, Instagram or both!
Entering both will significantly increase your chances winning the book!
📆 Deadline: 30 July at 20:00 (CEST) - We will draw and announce the winners shortly after
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"It's not just about becoming a Medical Science Liaison (MSL). What's really important is to have a purpose and I insist on that. I'm working as an MSL, because I really want to bring Innovation to patients. And this is the force that is driving me every morning when I wake up and go to work. It's not only a job title. It is something that you really have inside of you. So I would recommend you to take any opportunity that you have, even if it's not directly related to the role you are seeking. You have to have an open mind and learn what the position is trying to teach you. Then you will have a lot of lessons that will help you transition into the role that you want."
Héctor Gálvez García, Medical Science Liaison
🎧 Listen to the Becoming a Medical Science Liaison podcast episode on your favourite platform!
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Héctor Gálvez García, Medical Science Liaison
🎧 Listen to the Becoming a Medical Science Liaison podcast episode on your favourite platform!
#PharmadelicExperience #CareerAdvice
❗️ We have teamed up with MUPSA (Marmara University Pharmaceutical Students' Association) to deliver an exclusive interview with our Founder David Kološić, which will be hosted on Instagram Live.
He will walk us through his journey of success and failure
✍️ After failing his Pharmacy degree, David had to think on his feet and decided to pursue Masters in Pharmaceutical Sciences and Management Studies, which he completed with highest honours. He started his professional career in the Life Sciences Industry in Quality Assurance. He soon had an opportunity to move to Barcelona to work as a Consultant in Regulatory Affairs - Both roles equipped him with the necessary knowledge and skills to make his biggest career jump yet, becoming a Solution Consultant for a Silicon Valley Tech company that serves the Life Sciences Industry.
Follow us on Instagram to receive live updates and to participate in a free giveaway!
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He will walk us through his journey of success and failure
✍️ After failing his Pharmacy degree, David had to think on his feet and decided to pursue Masters in Pharmaceutical Sciences and Management Studies, which he completed with highest honours. He started his professional career in the Life Sciences Industry in Quality Assurance. He soon had an opportunity to move to Barcelona to work as a Consultant in Regulatory Affairs - Both roles equipped him with the necessary knowledge and skills to make his biggest career jump yet, becoming a Solution Consultant for a Silicon Valley Tech company that serves the Life Sciences Industry.
Follow us on Instagram to receive live updates and to participate in a free giveaway!
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Have you missed the Career Talks: From Failing Pharmacy to Joining the Tech Industry livestream?
📆 You can now watch the recording in your own time!
💡 In the livestream David shared a very personal story of his journey of trial and error, which involved failing a Pharmacy degree and then embarking on a very interesting journey of career discovery, including pharmaceutical industry, consulting and tech.
David offered a lot of practical advice that you can use regardless of whether you are still a student or well into your career.
#CareerAdvice #PharmadelicExperience
📆 You can now watch the recording in your own time!
💡 In the livestream David shared a very personal story of his journey of trial and error, which involved failing a Pharmacy degree and then embarking on a very interesting journey of career discovery, including pharmaceutical industry, consulting and tech.
David offered a lot of practical advice that you can use regardless of whether you are still a student or well into your career.
#CareerAdvice #PharmadelicExperience
Pharmadelic Experience Live with Rhys Llewellyn
📆 8 October at 21:00 BST / 22:00 CEST
✍️ Rhys is a current 4th year Pharmacy student at University of Birmingham. Throughout his studies he has been proactive, volunteering in British Pharmaceutical Students' Association (BPSA), National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), Pharmacist Support, etc. After finishing his 3rd year, Rhys took a gap year to do a year-long Industry Placement at GSK in Consumer Healthcare Supply Chain Program Management.
💡 In this Live interview, Rhys will talk about his extremely interesting journey from how he found his opportunities, the interview process, all about the student placement and what he's up to next. He will offer a lot of practical advice that you can use when applying for the GSK Industrial Placements.
The IG Live will be running from Pharmadelic IG and BPSA IG - Don't miss out!
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📆 8 October at 21:00 BST / 22:00 CEST
✍️ Rhys is a current 4th year Pharmacy student at University of Birmingham. Throughout his studies he has been proactive, volunteering in British Pharmaceutical Students' Association (BPSA), National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), Pharmacist Support, etc. After finishing his 3rd year, Rhys took a gap year to do a year-long Industry Placement at GSK in Consumer Healthcare Supply Chain Program Management.
💡 In this Live interview, Rhys will talk about his extremely interesting journey from how he found his opportunities, the interview process, all about the student placement and what he's up to next. He will offer a lot of practical advice that you can use when applying for the GSK Industrial Placements.
The IG Live will be running from Pharmadelic IG and BPSA IG - Don't miss out!
#CareerAdvice #PharmadelicExperience #Event
#PharmadelicExperience Live with Rhys starts in 10 minutes!
Join us live on Instagram and don't miss an opportunity to ask Rhys about his interview process, the internship or anything else!
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Join us live on Instagram and don't miss an opportunity to ask Rhys about his interview process, the internship or anything else!
#CareerAdvice
📕 James Caan - Get The Job You Really Want (Free eBook or Audio Book Download)
For a limited time only, James made his book ‘Get The Job you Really Want’ available for free. If you're in the process of applying for a new job, this is a must read. To access his key tips and learnings from over 30 years in recruitment, download it for free here.
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For a limited time only, James made his book ‘Get The Job you Really Want’ available for free. If you're in the process of applying for a new job, this is a must read. To access his key tips and learnings from over 30 years in recruitment, download it for free here.
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❗️ Announcing IG Live and a Giveaway ❗️
Pharmadelic Experience Live with Domas Urniežius
📆 2 December at 20:00 CET / 21:00 EET
💡 In this Live interview, Domas will talk about his extremely interesting journey from how he has been developing his own career path, the transition from being a Pharmacy student to Sales Team Lead, what sales is all about and how to find purpose in your work.
He will offer a lot of practical advice that you can use while building your career regardless if you are still a student, a recent graduate or already well into your career.
The IG Live will be running from Pharmadelic IG and LSMU SFD IG.
We are running a free Giveaway from both channels, so don't miss out!
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Pharmadelic Experience Live with Domas Urniežius
📆 2 December at 20:00 CET / 21:00 EET
💡 In this Live interview, Domas will talk about his extremely interesting journey from how he has been developing his own career path, the transition from being a Pharmacy student to Sales Team Lead, what sales is all about and how to find purpose in your work.
He will offer a lot of practical advice that you can use while building your career regardless if you are still a student, a recent graduate or already well into your career.
The IG Live will be running from Pharmadelic IG and LSMU SFD IG.
We are running a free Giveaway from both channels, so don't miss out!
#CareerAdvice #PharmadelicExperience #Event
🥳 Happy New Year 2021!
Thank you for following Pharmadelic, we hope you are finding it useful!
We are on a journey to help Life Sciences students, graduates, and junior professionals discover and secure your dream careers.
To make it happen, we have been leading various initiatives throughout the past couple of years:
Entry-level Jobs
We regularly post entry-level jobs, based in Europe, which are relevant to Life Sciences students, graduates, and junior professionals with up to 2 years of experience. We know that finding your first job or changing a role is frustrating and time-consuming, so we want to make it easier for you.
You can search for jobs using hashtags by:
📍 Countries - #UK #Germany #Switzerland and similar
💼 Functional Areas - #Clinical #Consulting #MarketAccess #MedicalAffairs #Pharmacovigilance #Policy #Production #ProjectManagement #Quality #RegulatoryAffairs #ResearchAndDevelopment #SalesAndMarketing #SupplyChain #Tech
📑 Do you need to refresh your CV? here's our free template.
Pharmadelic Experience
There are hundreds of roles where your profile fits and you might not even know where to start exploring!
🎧 The #PharmadelicExperience Podcast was established to bring people's first-hand experiences directly to you. Each episode hosts an individual with a Life Sciences background. They talk about their journey, ups and downs and give a lot of practical advice.
The Podcast is available on all the major platforms, including Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts and SoundCloud.
Career Advice
This channel is full of practical career advice that will help you on your journey regardless whether you're still a student or well into your career. Find all the advice here #CareerAdvice
📺 We have also recorded a few #IGTV episodes, which you can watch on our Instagram.
Events
We often post interesting events, such as career fairs, webinars, workshops, and we even host our own! You can find all those here #Event
⏩ We wish to make Pharmadelic a hub that will be a first stop of every life sciences student, graduate and/or junior professional. This year we will work towards bringing the Community together to share experiences and learn from each other.
Are you finding Pharmadelic useful? Please spread the word and recommend it to anyone who might find it useful in starting their journey!
Thank you for following Pharmadelic, we hope you are finding it useful!
We are on a journey to help Life Sciences students, graduates, and junior professionals discover and secure your dream careers.
To make it happen, we have been leading various initiatives throughout the past couple of years:
Entry-level Jobs
We regularly post entry-level jobs, based in Europe, which are relevant to Life Sciences students, graduates, and junior professionals with up to 2 years of experience. We know that finding your first job or changing a role is frustrating and time-consuming, so we want to make it easier for you.
You can search for jobs using hashtags by:
📍 Countries - #UK #Germany #Switzerland and similar
💼 Functional Areas - #Clinical #Consulting #MarketAccess #MedicalAffairs #Pharmacovigilance #Policy #Production #ProjectManagement #Quality #RegulatoryAffairs #ResearchAndDevelopment #SalesAndMarketing #SupplyChain #Tech
📑 Do you need to refresh your CV? here's our free template.
Pharmadelic Experience
There are hundreds of roles where your profile fits and you might not even know where to start exploring!
🎧 The #PharmadelicExperience Podcast was established to bring people's first-hand experiences directly to you. Each episode hosts an individual with a Life Sciences background. They talk about their journey, ups and downs and give a lot of practical advice.
The Podcast is available on all the major platforms, including Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts and SoundCloud.
Career Advice
This channel is full of practical career advice that will help you on your journey regardless whether you're still a student or well into your career. Find all the advice here #CareerAdvice
📺 We have also recorded a few #IGTV episodes, which you can watch on our Instagram.
Events
We often post interesting events, such as career fairs, webinars, workshops, and we even host our own! You can find all those here #Event
⏩ We wish to make Pharmadelic a hub that will be a first stop of every life sciences student, graduate and/or junior professional. This year we will work towards bringing the Community together to share experiences and learn from each other.
Are you finding Pharmadelic useful? Please spread the word and recommend it to anyone who might find it useful in starting their journey!
2021 Top Graduate Schemes in Pharma
🎓 Have you recently graduated or are about to graduate later this year, and are looking to kick-start your career?
Check out this year's top pharma graduate schemes which will give you a head start!
Some of them are starting in September while others are starting on a rolling basis. The recruitment process is fairly long, so anyone graduating this year, we recommend you to start applying now!
🗒 All the details are available in this Google Sheet.
We hope this helps you on your journey! Please share with anyone who might find it useful.
#CareerAdvice
🎓 Have you recently graduated or are about to graduate later this year, and are looking to kick-start your career?
Check out this year's top pharma graduate schemes which will give you a head start!
Some of them are starting in September while others are starting on a rolling basis. The recruitment process is fairly long, so anyone graduating this year, we recommend you to start applying now!
🗒 All the details are available in this Google Sheet.
We hope this helps you on your journey! Please share with anyone who might find it useful.
#CareerAdvice
❗️ Announcing IG Live❗️
Pharmadelic Experience Live with Fokion Sinis
📆 14 April at 19:00 CEST
💡 Fokion is a Pharmacist and Health Economist with diverse experience in different aspects of the pharmaceutical world, spanning from Government & Politics to NGOs and Industry (Commercial, Market Access & Government Affairs) at different levels ranging from global HQ functions to affiliate operations. He has an extremely interesting story, having lived in 9 countries, spanning over 4 continents. He currently works as a Commercial Head for Trade & Revenue Management.
In this live interview, he will offer a lot of practical advice that you can use while building your career regardless if you are still a student, a recent graduate or already well into your career.
Don't miss out! Follow us on Instagram.
This IG Live is ran in collaboration with the Greek Pharmaceutical Students' Federation - Athens and Patras
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Pharmadelic Experience Live with Fokion Sinis
📆 14 April at 19:00 CEST
💡 Fokion is a Pharmacist and Health Economist with diverse experience in different aspects of the pharmaceutical world, spanning from Government & Politics to NGOs and Industry (Commercial, Market Access & Government Affairs) at different levels ranging from global HQ functions to affiliate operations. He has an extremely interesting story, having lived in 9 countries, spanning over 4 continents. He currently works as a Commercial Head for Trade & Revenue Management.
In this live interview, he will offer a lot of practical advice that you can use while building your career regardless if you are still a student, a recent graduate or already well into your career.
Don't miss out! Follow us on Instagram.
This IG Live is ran in collaboration with the Greek Pharmaceutical Students' Federation - Athens and Patras
#CareerAdvice #PharmadelicExperience #Event
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❗️ Announcing IG Live❗️ Pharmadelic Experience Live with Fokion Sinis 📆 14 April at 19:00 CEST 💡 Fokion is a Pharmacist and Health Economist with diverse experience in different aspects of the pharmaceutical world, spanning from Government & Politics to…
Have you missed yesterday’s #PharmadelicExperience Live with Fokion Sinis, Commercial Head?
It was an enlightening and inspiring conversation, full of real-life practical examples on how to develop a very successful career.
Here are three key takeaways:
1️⃣ Networking is number one. Many times people don’t reply, but you need to be out there, you need to expose yourself - Get in touch, be in touch, get more information, ask questions, ask for jobs. Today’s technology makes it easier to connect with people.
2️⃣ Getting that first job is difficult, it’s hard work. Fokion was rejected 50 times before getting his first job after graduation. Job interviews are very subjective and sometimes they can be unfair. Don’t give up if you keep getting rejected, keep trying. It will work the 51st time.
3️⃣ Keep stretching yourself. Stay flexible and keep adapting to changes. Don’t get in a comfort zone. The moment you get in a comfort zone, start looking for something new. Keep asking, keep changing functions or areas within the same function, and keep moving countries if possible. If the job description doesn’t scare you, don’t go for it.
Watch the replay here.
What’s was your highlight? Comment below!
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It was an enlightening and inspiring conversation, full of real-life practical examples on how to develop a very successful career.
Here are three key takeaways:
1️⃣ Networking is number one. Many times people don’t reply, but you need to be out there, you need to expose yourself - Get in touch, be in touch, get more information, ask questions, ask for jobs. Today’s technology makes it easier to connect with people.
2️⃣ Getting that first job is difficult, it’s hard work. Fokion was rejected 50 times before getting his first job after graduation. Job interviews are very subjective and sometimes they can be unfair. Don’t give up if you keep getting rejected, keep trying. It will work the 51st time.
3️⃣ Keep stretching yourself. Stay flexible and keep adapting to changes. Don’t get in a comfort zone. The moment you get in a comfort zone, start looking for something new. Keep asking, keep changing functions or areas within the same function, and keep moving countries if possible. If the job description doesn’t scare you, don’t go for it.
Watch the replay here.
What’s was your highlight? Comment below!
#CareerAdvice
❗️ Announcing IG Live❗️
Pharmadelic Experience Live with Janice Geers
📆 20 April at 20:00 CEST
💡 Janice is a Pharmacist with diverse experience in different aspects of the pharmaceutical world, spanning from Community Pharmacy, NGOs and Industry. She currently works as a Market Access Manager at a global pharmaceutical company
In this live interview, she will talk about her career path, explain day in a life of a Market Access Manager, and offer a lot of practical advice that you can use while building your career regardless if you are still a student, a recent graduate or already well into your career.
Don't miss out! Follow us on Instagram.
This IG Live is ran in collaboration with the Vlaams Farmaceutisch Studenten Overleg
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Pharmadelic Experience Live with Janice Geers
📆 20 April at 20:00 CEST
💡 Janice is a Pharmacist with diverse experience in different aspects of the pharmaceutical world, spanning from Community Pharmacy, NGOs and Industry. She currently works as a Market Access Manager at a global pharmaceutical company
In this live interview, she will talk about her career path, explain day in a life of a Market Access Manager, and offer a lot of practical advice that you can use while building your career regardless if you are still a student, a recent graduate or already well into your career.
Don't miss out! Follow us on Instagram.
This IG Live is ran in collaboration with the Vlaams Farmaceutisch Studenten Overleg
#CareerAdvice #PharmadelicExperience #Event